Engine system malfunction indicator (for diesel engine versions)

The indicator comes on for a few

The indicator comes on for a few seconds when the key is turned to the ON (II) position. If the indicator comes on at any other time, this indicates a possible malfunction in one of the engine systems that reduce exhaust emissions. Even if you notice no change in engine operation or vehicle performance, malfunctions in these systems may increase fuel consumption and exhaust emissions, and continued driving may cause serious damage to vehicle components.

In addition, the following icon appears on the multi-information display: "” appears on the multi-function display, which may be accompanied by the text "CHECK SYSTEM" (see page 104).

If the engine system malfunction indicator comes on while driving, stop in a safe place on the shoulder or at the edge of the road and stop the engine. Restart and stop the engine at least three times at 30-second intervals, then check the indicator. If the indicator remains on, have the engine systems inspected and repaired at an authorized dealer service center immediately.

Until the malfunction is corrected, drive the vehicle at a moderate speed.

Do not depress the accelerator pedal fully.

Even if the engine system malfunction indicator goes off after the engine is stopped and restarted, have the vehicle checked at an authorized dealer service center for preventive maintenance if the indicator comes on frequently while driving.

WARNING

Continuing to drive with the engine system malfunction indicator on may damage the emission control devices and the engine. Warranty does not cover defects caused by driving the vehicle with the engine system malfunction indicator on.

This indicator will also come on when starting the engine after the fuel tank has run completely empty (see page 461). In this case, before starting the engine, refill the fuel tank and refer to the procedure described in "Fuel System Bleeding" on page 421.

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position without starting the engine, the engine system malfunction indicator comes on for approximately 20 seconds. It then goes off or, depending on operating conditions, blinks 5 times.

This does not indicate a system malfunction.

The indicator behavior described above shows that it is operating in the self-diagnostic mode of the exhaust emission control system.